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MostlyBass Updates

Hey readers! Welcome to November. I’ve got some really great, meaty posts I’m working on. But between my arm surgery, moving to a new apartment, and having a full time music teaching job, I haven’t had the time I would … Continue reading

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Thursday Radio Show in Chicago

If you live in the Chicago area, tune in to WIIT 88.9 FM this Thursday from 5:30 to 7pm to listen to an interview with and music by Jungle of Cities- a band I play with. Or listen to us … Continue reading

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What Gear or Bass Do You Drool or Lust Over???

For me, Guarneri House had a $150,00o (USD) that was sold to the Detroit S.O. that was just perfection…. Also, Rumano Solano’s new basses are gorgeous! (I own a 1998 Solano Rogeri copy.)

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Do Orchestras Need Pennants?

As I was lying on a table at physical therapy for my elbow (after surgery for tendonitis) yesterday, I noticed several sports teams pennants hanging on the wall. And I thought what any musician who wants greater community involvement in … Continue reading

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A Classic….

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iDouble Bass App

I just read about the iDouble Bass App for the iPad / iPhone in the current issue of the Strad. Anyone out there have it and use it?

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Did You Know?

Many string players often play a composition named, Kol Nidre. But do you know what it means? I just learned and wanted to share! Kol Nidre means “All Vows,” is one of the most solemn moments of Yom Kippur, the Jewish … Continue reading

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My band, Jungle of Cities

Check out the band I play bass for on facebook.

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Blog Fodder

So I recently received a magazine / journal that I subscribe to and I had to share the label it was addressed to: Now, who could this be from? My Men’s Health or Guitar World subscriptions? Oh no. That might … Continue reading

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Book Coupon!!

I just received a coupon from Lulu.com where I publish my book, “An Introduction to Double Bass Playing”. They are offering 15% off everything in their store with coupon code “OKTOBERFEST305″. Hurry as it expires September 26, 2011.

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Math & Music

OK music folk — I’m looking for music based on or related to the math properties of commutative, associative, distributive, and identity. HELP!

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The Ultimate Guitar Strap Locks

I finally found the best strap locks! I’ve used the Schaller (a close second) for years but I never liked how the slot migrated and turned around – although they never failed me. I never liked the Dunlop – they … Continue reading

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Anyone know of 19th century music of French Guiana?

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Fun Story

A kid wants to learn bass, but his dad isn’t too into it. Being a good dad, though, he gets the kid a bass and pre-pays six months of lessons. After the first lesson, the kid comes out and the … Continue reading

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Private Lesson Assignment Sheet

Here’s another free download for you! Just click the image and the PDF will download.

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Tendinitis / Tennis Elbow Surgery

After dealing with tendinitis in my bowing arm for the past several years I decided to have surgery for it. Over the last 12 months I had two cortisone injections – which work amazingly well. Seriously, they are a miracle … Continue reading

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Teaching Pickup Notes

On page 30 of Essential Elements, upbeats or pickup notes are introduced. I have always had a difficult time teaching this to students but here are few things I’ve done over the years to help. Write in the counting – … Continue reading

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Book Sale!

I’ve reduced the price on a few books over at my Lulu store. Check it out! As of 10:23am the discounted prices are not shown until you add the item to the shopping cart. I’m inquiring now as to why. … Continue reading

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Come see my band this Saturday!

August 27th, Saturday – 9:00 pm at The TAP House 3341 West Main Street St. Charles, IL 60175 Come get a FREE CD!  

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Quick Tips for Creating a Walking Line

Creating a Walking Bass Line Guidelines: 2 bars up…2 bars down Root notes on down-beats Approach the next chord by half step (from above is usually ‘ cooler’ than from below) These 3 guidelines really help to make a great … Continue reading

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